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Study Abroad FAQs

1. Why Should I Study Abroad?

Studying abroad is a transformative experience that goes beyond the classroom. It exposes you to new cultures, languages, and perspectives, fostering personal growth and expanding your horizons. Benefits include cultural immersion, language proficiency, travel opportunities, academic fulfillment, skill development, and the creation of lifelong memories. By embracing another culture, you gain a profound understanding of the world and empower yourself with life lessons that can’t be taught in traditional settings.

2. How Will a Study Abroad Experience Enhance My Employability After Graduation?

Study abroad experiences enhance employability by cultivating international knowledge, cross-cultural communication skills, adaptability, resilience, and a global perspective—all qualities highly sought after by employers in various fields.

3. When Should I Start Planning to Study Abroad?

Early planning is crucial for a successful study abroad experience. With numerous program options, varying in location, duration, and curriculum, it’s advisable to begin planning at least one semester before your intended departure to find the program that aligns with your academic and personal goals.

4. How Do I Discuss My Study Abroad Plans with My Parents?

Talking to your parents about studying abroad is an important step. They’ll likely have questions about the process, the role of Sunrise Education Network Pvt. Ltd., your chosen destination, and your goals. We can assist you in addressing their concerns and provide tips on approaching this conversation. We also offer informative online information sessions.

5. Can Credits Transfer from Abroad?

Yes, credit transfer is possible for courses taken abroad. Your home institution may accept these credits for your major, minor, electives, or general education requirements. Consult with our academic adviser to identify specific courses eligible for study abroad credit transfer.

6. What's a Passport, and When Should I Apply for One?

A passport is an essential international identification document that indicates your nationality. It is required for all international travel. If you don’t already have one, apply for a passport as soon as possible, as it can take 1 to 4 weeks to obtain. Not having a passport can impact your ability to study abroad.

7. What Is a Visa, and Will I Need One?

A visa is an official document permitting entry and temporary residence in your host country during your study abroad program. Visas are required for most Year and Semester Programs and many Summer Programs.

8. What’s a visa and will I need one?

A visa is a stamp or other notation generally placed in your passport that will allow you to enter and temporarily reside in your host country during your program. A visa is required for all Year and Semester Programs and for many of the Summer Programs.

9. Are visas hard to obtain?

The answer to this question depends upon your destination. For some countries, the process is straightforward and relatively quick, but for other countries, obtaining a visa can be very time consuming and quite expensive. Please note that some visa applications require you to apply in-person at your destination country’s regional consulate. You may be required to travel to the consulate in order to do so. Also, if your program requires you to apply for a student visa, you may have to submit your passport to the consulate along with your visa application and other required document. For this reason, we suggest that you not plan any international trips in the months prior to your departure.

10. So if I need a visa, where can I get one?

Visas are obtained through the Consular Offices of a country’s Embassy. While most Embassies are in Nepal, there are a number of Consulate Offices located in Kathmandu City. Now a days for some country’s visas are issued from India so that we need to make visa application to their respective authorized courier service will help your document to reach to respective embassy and return back with decision to you.

11. How much will they cost?

It costs about Rs. 5000 to obtain a passport. It will cost more if you need to receive it faster. Visa application fees can range anywhere depending upon the destination country you have chosen. It is important to remember that in addition to the actual fees charged by the Consulates, some applications require that documents be translated, notarized, and/or legalized. You will be required to pay for these services as well. If you are concerned about visa costs, talk to our Application Advisor about programs and countries with visa fees.

12. How will I choose the program that is right for me?

The possibilities for study abroad are abundant. Before researching programs you will want to have made some preliminary decisions as to the type of experience you want to have. Start by realistically assessing your academic and personal preparation and your objectives. Consider the following questions to help you think about the kind of study abroad experience that would be the right “fit” for you. Then read the short online article How to Decide Where to Study

13. How do I apply for study abroad?

Once you have either decided on a program or made some preliminary decisions about the type of program you are interested in contact our Study Abroad Coordinator (Counselor), for an appointment. If you have any further questions want to have instant answer you can even connect to your facebook network at Facebook.

14. What can Sunrise Education Network do to help me?

We provide the service of career counseling under it we examine students qualifications and experiences, profile, preference, socio-economic background, purpose of study and conduct the process of recruitment, counseling and enrollment. Also we support visa documentation and provide updated visa information. It is very critical to up to date on the visa policy because requirements can change suddenly.

15. What if the visa is not issued by the time the program departs or not issued at all?

Unfortunately, at times these scenarios do happen. Since Consular Officials issue visas, SEN has no control over these situations or the overall process itself. When these situations occur and aren’t the fault of the student SEN will help you to resolve the issue reschedule your intakes. If you are denied a visa, SEN will do everything possible to offer you an alternative program at that time. Since you will not be able to travel before you have secured your visa. In the end, we are sure you will agree that the experience of complete immersion in another culture was worth your efforts.

16. When does the program tuition have to be paid?

Some countries has policy to pay the tuition fee and secure the place then apply for the visa like New Zealand, UK etc. and some country has policy that once student secure visa need to pay for the fee like USA etc.

17. How much luggage can I take?

We recommend that you pack a small carry-on bag with a change of clothes, a towel, and personal toiletries. In some cases access to your luggage is restricted during the arrival orientation and it’s important to have these items with you. For safety reasons, most airlines have introduced stiffer carry-on baggage rules. Keep your carry-on bags limited to a backpack or something similar in size. The carry-on bag is limited to 8 inches x 16 inches x 21 inches; and a weight of 32 kilograms. Most airlines will permit passengers to carry a purse, umbrella, or camerain addition to one carry-on bag.

18. What should I pack?

Research your destination country to learn more about the climate, follow respective website and also you will get best advice from your study abroad counselor from SEN. The best advice from other SEN Participants (students) is to take things that you’re comfortable wearing. Avoid trendy outfits—chances are they won’t be in fashion in your destination country and you may feel out of place.

19. What happens when I arrive in the destination country?

After you arrive in your destination country, you and the other participants will collect your luggage and pass through customs. Once you pass the custom then you will be to the arrival place and if you have booked your accommodation and airport pick up arrangement then you will find somebody from the college to receive you and they will help you to reach to accommodation and also to the college for the orientation place. If you just booked your accommodation then you need to have proper address so that you can get assistance from the information desk and travel either by bus, train or plane.

20. Who will support me while I am there (Abroad)?

Your respective college/universities, alumni, volunteer association, legal adviser information centre will be there to support you while you will be abroad.

21. I’m insured by my family’s medical plan. Why do I need secondary medical coverage?

It is part of our commitment to your safety and welfare. This additional coverage ensures that, in an emergency, you can be treated as soon as possible, anywhere in the world. This secondary medical coverage is a prerequisite for your participation and is included as part of your program tuition.

22. How do I do my banking while abroad? How much money should I bring?

The answer to this question depends on individual preference, as well as one’s individual bank. Many students find it easiest to use a Debit card from their home bank, however be sure to research ATM or other fees associated with your bank in your country of study. Other students find it easier to open a new bank account in their destination country. Once you get closer to departure you can research this independently. The amount of spending money needed also depends on student habits as well as the exchange rate in their destination country. Generally, spending money needed ranges from $200-500/month. Student should bring enough money to cover incidentals during travel and the first few weeks of their stay, in the event they are not able to go to a bank immediately upon arrival. They can exchange money to their new currency at their home bank or upon arrival.

23. Is there anything I won’t be able to do abroad?

Yes. All participants must be law abiding in their host country. There may be country-specific rules that apply. There also are limits on traveling independently. In a new environment, it’s important to be more aware than you might be at home. And remember: you are a student ambassador for the destination country, so it will be important to act respectfully toward others and to give extra attention to being culturally aware. Students may be sent home for breaking rules or laws, or for persistent behavioral issues.

24. Will I be able to fit in with people my age in another country?

This is a common concern. The simple answer is yes, you’ll fit in fine–and we’ll help you out, too. Visit on Facebook and connect with other students from the Nepal and abroad. Before departing on program, SEN provides “Culture Trek,” a resource to help you prepare for intercultural immersion. Before you travel, you’ll attend an orientation that will also help to prepare you for your study abroad experience. Remember, the people you meet abroad will be just as curious about you and your culture as you are about them and theirs–which will give you plenty of opportunities to talk.

25. Can I come back to the Nepal for holidays?

Yes you can because you will have multiple entry visa but we recommend you to spend time abroad and with your host family during the holidays will give you a unique perspective on the cultures values of your destination country.

26. Can my family and friends visit me during the program?

Normally they can visit you during your study but it is recommended to them to visit you at the end of your study for convocation day or any special events.

27. Can I travel to other countries from destination country?

Travel to other countries is permitted but you need to check for the requirement of visa from the website of respective government website.

28. (When abroad): Sometimes I get extremely homesick, sometimes I feel like I never want to go back home. Are these feelings normal?

It is normal to get homesick and it is normal to fall in love with your host country. In short, be prepared for many emotional ups and downs, but do not let these spoil your experience abroad. It is the good things that you will remember, and very few students report negative experiences when they return.